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# GoMFT Overview

GoMFT is a modern, web-based managed file transfer solution written in Go. It provides an intuitive interface for setting up, scheduling, and monitoring file transfers across various storage backends.

## What is GoMFT?

GoMFT (Go Managed File Transfer) is an open-source file transfer platform that enables reliable, secure, and automated file transfers. Built on top of the powerful [rclone](https://rclone.org/) engine, GoMFT provides a user-friendly web interface that makes it easy to configure and manage complex file transfer operations.

## Key Benefits

- **User-Friendly Interface**: Intuitive web UI for configuring and monitoring file transfers
- **Multi-Protocol Support**: Transfer files using SFTP, S3, Google Drive, and many more protocols
- **Automated Scheduling**: Set up recurring transfers with flexible scheduling options
- **Comprehensive Logging**: Detailed logs for troubleshooting and audit purposes
- **Notifications**: Get alerts when transfers succeed or fail
- **Docker Support**: Easy deployment with Docker containers
- **Security**: Role-based access control and secure credential management

## Use Cases

- **Data Synchronization**: Keep files in sync across different storage systems
- **Backup and Archiving**: Automate backup processes to cloud or local storage
- **Secure File Exchange**: Transfer files securely between organizations
- **Cloud Migration**: Move data between different cloud providers
- **Workflow Automation**: Trigger file transfers as part of larger workflows
- **Compliance**: Maintain audit logs for regulatory compliance

GoMFT is designed to be simple to deploy and use, while providing the reliability and features needed for enterprise file transfer needs. 

## Community Support

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